Viola Davis, 53 (Fences, How to Get Away with Murder), has an Oscar, an Emmy, a Tony, a Golden Globe — and, as she was shocked to discover, prediabetes.

People with diabetes are prone to nerve damage and circulation issues. In some cases, this can make a foot or lower leg amputation necessary. However, effective treatment can usually prevent this complication. Reduced blood flow to the feet means that people with diabetes have a higher risk of developing a wound or sore on this… Continue reading What to Know About Diabetes and Amputation

Ulcers are a common complication affecting people living with diabetes. Learn what causes diabetic ulcers and how to manage them.

By Jane E. Brody for The New York Times Well Blog With mounting concern over the explosive rise in Type 2 diabetes, mostly among overweight and obese Americans, it is easy to forget that Type 1 diabetes, which is far less common, can be a much more serious disease that often seems to arise out… Continue reading Mystery and Danger of Type 1 Diabetes

For the Lawndale News The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the American Medical Association (AMA) are on a mission to prevent type 2 diabetes in patients who are at risk of developing the chronic condition, MegPage Today reports. Their new joint initiative is called Prevent Diabetes STAT—short for Screen, Test, Act, Today—and… Continue reading Major Focus of New Health Campaign Targets Prediabetes

Friday, November 14 is World Diabetes Day. This year has marked amazing discoveries, awesome support and a new theme from the International Diabetes Foundation: Healthy Living and Diabetes is the theme now through 2016. A lot of confusion still surrounds diabetes and how there are different “types.” This infographic from the International Diabetes Foundation is easy to… Continue reading World Diabetes Day 2014

Glaucoma is a serious eye disorder which currently affects over 3 million Americans. Early diagnosis and treatment is crucial as it can lead to blindness in as little as three years. Risk Factors: Glaucoma typically occurs most often in people over 40, but can also occur in young adults, children, and infants. Also at increased… Continue reading What is Glaucoma? Risk Factors, Causes, Symptoms and More

November 14 is World Diabetes Day. 2012 is a milestone year for the over 300 million people living with diabetes. The World Diabetes Day 2012 campaign marks the fourth year of the International Diabetes Federation‘s five-year focus on “Diabetes education and prevention.” The slogan chosen for this year’s awareness campaign is Protect Our Future. Facts about diabetes:… Continue reading World Diabetes Day 2012

How many carbs are in your favorite candies? Our friends at the American Diabetes Association have made a list of popular candies and their carbohydrate...

Did you know that nearly 9 out of 10 people with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes are overweight? If you are overweight, losing some weight could help you better manage your diabetes. People with diabetes are more likely to be overweight and to have high blood pressure and high cholesterol. At least one out of… Continue reading How Your Weight Can Affect Diabetes